Crock Pot Spicy Seven Bean - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (1 lb) package cubed 95% lean ham
2 cups seven beans, with seasoning included
5 cups water
1 small onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic or 2 garlic cloves, minced
8 ounces baby carrots
4 stalks celery, sliced
4 plum tomatoes, diced
1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
3 tablespoons ketchup

Preparation

Combine 5 cups of water with beans in crock pot and let stand overnight.
Drain standing water from the crock pot and add 5 fresh cups cold water.
Add spices, sauces,& vegetables to the crock pot.
Cook on high for approximately 6 hours or until beans are done, then cook on low for an additional 2 hours.